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      Seven teen wonders who could tear up Champions League from Lamine Yamal to Arsenal record-holder and ex-Liverpool star

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      THE Champions League is set to return this week, with Europe’s elite ready to battle it out for club football’s biggest prize.Holders Real Madrid and previous winners Manchester City are the early favourites for the competition – with the likes of Erling Haaland and Vinicius Jr ready to light it up once again.Lamine Yamal is among the teenage wonderkids ready to take the Champions League by stormCredit: GettyBut while the established stars will be desperate to achieve further glory, what about the wonderkids hoping to leave their first impressions on the Champions League?Ahead of the competition’s new league phase, we consider the teenage starlets ready to light it up.LAMINE YAMAL – BARCELONAAt just 17-years-old, Barca winger Lamine Yamal is not hanging around.He’s already a European champion with Spain, and has 56 first team appearances for Barcelona to his name.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLYamal has started this season in stunning form, scoring three goals and assisting a further four in a handful of LaLiga outings.The next step will be to replicate that kind of form in the Champions League, having failed to score in ten European appearances last term – nobody would bet against him arriving with a flourish as Barca travel to Monaco on Thursday.ANTONIO NUSA – RB LEIPZIGHaving been dubbed the “Norwegian Neymar” during his spell with Club Brugge, Nusa came close to a Premier League transfer in January.With the 19-year-old having been heavily linked with Tottenham, it was actually Brentford who agreed a £23.5million deal to sign him in January.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAntonio Nusa sealed a summer move to RB Leipzig after his Brentford transfer fell throughCredit: GettyThe move dramatically fell through, however, due to issues that cropped up in his medical.It may end up having been a blessing in disguise for Nusa, however, as he will now get to play in the Champions League for RB Leipzig – having signed for the German side last month.SunSport’s Jordan Davies reacts to first Champions League draw under radical new formatBOBBY CLARK – SALZBURGThe son of former Premier League star Lee Clark, midfielder Bobby has been tipped for big things.Having joined Liverpool from Newcastle’s academy, he went on to play 14 times for the Reds under Jurgen Klopp.Following the German’s departure, the 19-year-old was allowed to leave Anfield – linking up with former Liverpool No2 Pepijn Lijnders at Salzburg in a £10m deal.He will now have an opportunity to impress on Europe’s biggest stage, with Salzburg set for clashes with the likes of Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid.Bobby Clark is set to play under former Liverpool assistant Pepijn LijndersCredit: GettyJOAO NEVES – PARIS SAINT-GERMAINFrench champions PSG may not possess the star power of Kylian Mbappe, Neymar and Lionel Messi anymore.But in 19-year-old Joao Gomes, they have one of Europe’s brightest talents who could go on to be one of their most important ever signings.Neves arrived from Benfica in a deal worth around £60m last month, and he has already hit the ground running.Having already played nine times in the Champions League for his previous club, the Portuguese will now aim to achieve what Mbappe, Neymar and Messi couldn’t by bringing European glory to the French capital.Joao Neves has already impressed since moving to Ligue 1Credit: GettyKENAN YILDIZ – JUVENTUSTurkish international Kenan Yildiz has established himself as a regular in Juventus’ first team over the last 12 months.Despite his impressive form he is yet to play in Europe, due to Juve’s one-year ban from Uefa competitions served last term.With Juve back in the big time this season, attacking midfielder Yildiz will have an opportunity to shine on the biggest stage.The 19-year-old can expect plenty of action, having started the Old Lady’s first four games in Serie A, and he is likely to make his Champions League debut against PSV Eindhoven on Tuesday.Kenan Yildiz is Juventus’ new No10Credit: RexENDRICK – REAL MADRIDAfter years of excitement, Brazilian wonderkid Endrick finally moved to Real Madrid over the summer – 18 months after initially putting pen to paper with the European champions.Endrick, 18, has been on football fanatics’ radars for a number of years already – having played 82 times for Palmeiras while earning 11 caps for Brazil.This season he faces his sternest challenge yet, as he attempts to find his place in Real Madrid’s stacked attack alongside the likes of Mbappe, Vinicius Jr, Rodrygo and Jude Bellingham.But having already netted his first goal for the club, Endrick can expect his game time to steadily grow as Carlo Ancelotti’s side navigate both domestic and European duties.Endrick is looking to establish himself at Real MadridCredit: RexETHAN NWANERI – ARSENALGunners midfielder Nwaneri became the Premier League’s youngest-ever player when he was brought off the bench aged just 15 in a win over Brentford in September 2022.Fans have only had fleeting glimpses of the England youth international since, with Nwaneri having only made two further appearances for Arsenal.READ MORE SUN STORIESNow aged 17, the midfielder appears to be establishing himself as a member of Mikel Arteta’s first team squad.With Declan Rice and Martin Odegaard unavailable, the Spaniard turned to Nwaneri from the bench during yesterday’s clash with Tottenham – and amid fixture congestion brought on by European commitments, the youngster could be set for more first team action in the coming weeks.Ethan Nwaneri featured in the North London DerbyCredit: Getty More

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      Neymar ‘writes to Real Madrid stars about Kylian Mbappe’ to warn playing with ace at PSG was ‘catastrophic’ and ‘hell’

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      A FRENCH journalist has claimed Neymar wrote to Real Madrid’s Brazilian stars to warn them that playing alongside Kylian Mbappe is “HELL.”Mbappe joined Los Blancos on a stunning free transfer from Paris Saint-Germain this summer and has since netted four goals in six games for his new side.Neymar has reportedly warned Real Madrid’s Brazilian stars over playing alongside MbappeCredit: AFPThe World Cup winner was treated like a king in the French capital, where he won six titles and scored 256 goals in seven seasons.But Mbappe’s important role at PSG saw him clash several times with old team-mate Neymar.Brazil captain Neymar joined the Parisians in August 2017 for a world-record fee of £198million.But he quickly saw his thunder stolen when then-wonderkid Mbappe was signed just weeks later on loan, with a compulsory purchase of £166m the following year. READ MORE IN FOOTBALLDuring their time together, Neymar and Mbappe clashed over several set-pieces as they jostled for the title of star forward.And the Frenchman even left his former team-mate fuming after refusing to play a simple pass to him two years ago.Ultimately, Mbappe won the battle, becoming the Ligue 1 side’s all-time top scorer with 256 goals.Neymar, meanwhile, left a year ago for a move to Saudi side Al-Hilal, having netted 118 times in all competitions.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSNeymar has since gone on to like not one but TWO social media posts criticising Mbappe.And it’s now incredibly been claimed that Neymar has written to Real’s Brazilian stars to warn them about Mbappe’s supposed antics.Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappe features in advert for ‘Chinese Instagram’How Kylian Mbappe’s incredible seven-year body transformation propelled skinny teen into world’s best playerBy Etienne FermieKYLIAN MBAPPE has entered his physical prime as he has FINALLY rubber-stamped his free transfer move to Real Madrid.The 25-year-old has grown from a boy to a man in Ligue 1, first with Monaco and then with current side Paris Saint-Germain.Mbappe debuted for Monaco as a skinny 16-year-old in 2015.He even featured as a scrawny youngster against Tottenham at the old White Hart Lane that year, before fans realised what an icon he would become.The following season, Mbappe really rose to superstardom as Monaco reached the Champions League semi-finals.In a throwback snap shared earlier this week, an 18-year-old Mbappe could be seen chatting to a reporter after grabbing a Champions League brace against Borussia Dortmund in April 2017.Read more on Mbappe’s incredible rise on and off the field.Carlo Ancelotti’s side boasts several Samba stars including Vinicius Jr, Rodrygo, Endrick and Eder Militao.And Neymar has reportedly not held back with his scathing analysis of playing alongside Mbappe.Journalist Cyril Hanouna, who has 5.9m followers on X, said on French radio station Europe 1: “The Brazilians (at Real) are friends with Neymar.“It has always been a war between Neymar and Mbappe.“Neymar has sent a paper about Mbappe to the Brazilians, telling them that it was catastrophic, that it was hell.”Neymar is currently sidelined with a cruciate ligament injury sustained last year, meaning he has made just three appearances for Al-Hilal.As for Mbappe, he has started all of Real’s games since joining and will be hoping to net in Tuesday’s Champions League group stage opener against Stuttgart.Kylian Mbappe ‘snaps up £15m mansion in Beckham’s old neighbourhood’ next door to Real Madrid legend and Hollywood starBy Gerard CouzensKYLIAN MBAPPE has reportedly splashed out more than £15million on a mansion in Madrid.The French superstar, whose drawn-out transfer to Real Madrid has finally being confirmed, is said to have finalised the purchase late last month.Respected Spanish daily La Razon says the house he has bought is in the exclusive Madrid suburb of La Moraleja, where David Beckham spent most of his time living when he was in the Spanish capital.And it says his neighbours will include former Real Madrid legend Sergio Ramos and his stunning model wife Pilar Rubio as well as Hollywood star Richard Gere and his Spanish publicist wife Alejandra Silva.La Razon said Mbappe had considered the gated estate of La Finca where Jude Bellingham lives and Cristiano Ronaldo still owns property as an option.But it reported the 25-year-old, who threw an extravagant party for 250 guests at a stylish Italian restaurant a short walk from the Eiffel Tower, ended up opting for La Moraleja a 15-minute drive from Real Madrid’s Valdebebas training complex because it was “more comfortable.”Read more on Mbappe’s property hunt. More

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      Watch Conor Gallagher score his first goal for Atletico Madrid as fans say ‘Chelsea had him so wrong’

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      CONOR GALLAGHER has scored his first goal since joining Atletico Madrid in the summer.The midfielder opened the scoring in his side’s LaLiga victory over Valencia on Sunday night.Conor Gallagher scored his first Atletico Madrid goal on Sunday nightCredit: AlamyThe midfielder opened the scoring in a 3-0 home victory over Valencia in LaLigaCredit: GettyHis strike was followed by second half goals from Antoine Griezmann and Julian Alvarez as Atletico ran out 3-0 winners.Gallagher capped off a flowing passing move from the home side to score his first goal for the club.The England international calmly stroked the ball under the goalkeeper inside the penalty area before being mobbed by his team-mates.His effort had fans praising the 24-year-old on social media as he continues to settle in Spain.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLReacting to the goal, one supporter wrote: “His movement there is class, between the lines. Chelsea had him so wrong.”Another added: “Movement and vision are incredible. He would have worked well this season in that Chelsea side.”A Chelsea fan also commented: “We lost a good one there. Hope he smashes it.”Meanwhile, one more said: “Living the dream in Spain. He’ll be in the next England squad no question.”Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSGallagher kept his place in the England squad for this month’s Nations League matches but was an unused substitute against both Ireland and Finland.Meanwhile, he has now won all three of his matches since joining Atletico in August.Conor Gallagher sends packed Atletico Madrid stadium wild at unveiling by speaking SPANISH after Chelsea exitThe Chelsea academy graduate completed a £34million move to the Spanish capital after 16 years with the Blues.He penned a five-year deal with the club and is already a fan favourite, with supporters giving him his own song.Gallagher was also welcomed to the club in a bonkers unveiling following his move, with a motorbike gang and Spidermen appearing at the Metropolitano Stadium.Gallagher has won all three matches he has played in since joining Atletico from ChelseaCredit: GettyChelsea are a circus – it will be TERRIBLE for football if they win anything, says Troy DeeneyCHELSEA are a circus — aren’t they?, writes Troy Deeney.But the bigger concern should be if somehow, some way, Todd Boehly’s insane master-plan brings about success this season.Finish in the top four. Win a trophy like the FA Cup.He will then turn around and say: “See, it works” and all of a sudden, other clubs will begin considering copying this mad model to try and compete in the Premier League.Before you know it, there will be a bigger divide between the top clubs and the rest and this country’s top flight will become something we have been fighting against — a Super League.The smaller sides and promoted teams will be wiped out by the elite and will end up saying, ‘What’s the point?’Football as we know it will change, and there will be no going back.As a neutral, you don’t want to wish failure on a club or a regime, but it’s depressing to think about.We should almost be looking at it in amazement — the owners have come in with this model and they’ve treated it as if they are buying stocks and shares, not players or human beings.Boehly has wiped away any sense of sentiment or old-school values from that club and the worrying thing is that he doesn’t seem to care.Does he even like football?Read Troy Deeney’s hard-hitting opinion on Boehly’s Chelsea shambles in full.Or check out all of Troy’s columns on SunSport. More

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      Lamine Yamal applauded off by opposition fans as he leads Barcelona to crushing 4-1 win over Champions League rivals

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      LAMINE YAMAL continues to impress at such a young age, so much so that opposition fans are clapping him off the pitch.The 17-year-old received a round of applause from Girona fans today as he trudged off the pitch having netted twice to sink Barcelona’s Catalonia rivals 4-1.Lamine Yamal was applauded by both sets of fans after his performance in Barcelona’s 4-1 win over GironaCredit: GettyYamal netted twice in the local derbyCredit: GettyYamal sparked Barcelona into life with two first half goals, setting the tone for Hansi Flick’s side to thrash their local enemies.The teenager, who shone for Euro 2024 winners Spain in the summer, netted his first by stealing the ball away from a Girona defender and cooly dispatching an effort past keeper Paulo Gazzaniga.While his second has a delightful curled effort from just inside the area which nestled into the bottom corner.Summer signing Dani Olmo and fellow La Masia product Pedri added the other two goals as Barcelona went on to win 4-1.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut all the attention was on Yamal’s spectacular performance with the youngster being showered with love from both sets of fans as he was substituted for Gerard Martin in the 92nd minute.His goals today take his tally in La Liga this season to an astonishing three goals and four assists in just five league games. In fact, the talented winger hasn’t gone a single league game this season without registering a goal contribution.And today’s efforts were no breeze either with Girona a Champions League side who will take on the likes of Arsenal, Liverpool, AC Milan and PSG in the new league phase of the competition.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSYamal continues to break record thanks to his meteoric rise at such a young age.Today’s double makes him the youngest player in La Liga history to score a first half brace.Yamal destroys Rabiot on and off the pitch after France star sparked ’embarrassing’ feud with Spanish teen While his efforts in the Euros saw him become the youngest player to ever score in the Euros – doing so at just 16 YEARS OLD.Fans are convinced he’s the real deal too with many gushing about him after his performance against Girona.One wrote: “Erling Haaland and Lamine Yamal are the best players in the world right now.”While another added: “Generational talent. What a player. What a performance.”A third commented: “Best right winger in the world.”And a fourth gushed: “He’s destined for greatness.”Lamine Yamal’s astonoshing recordsA look at some of Lamine Yamal’s incredible records…Youngest player to start a La Liga game Youngest player to provide an assist in La LigaYoungest La Liga goalscorerYoungest El Clasico playerYoungest Champions League assist providerYoungest Spanish Super Cup debutant and scorerYoungest brace in La LigaYoungest player in Champions League knockoutsYoungest Champions League quarter finalistYoungest player to play 10 Champions League gamesYoungest player to make 50 appearances for BarcelonaYoungest provider of an assist in the Euros the European Championships Youngest player in the knock out stage of the EurosYoungest goalscorer in the European ChampionshipsYoungest player in a Euros finalYoungest player to win a major international trophy More

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      Watch incredible moment ex-Chelsea star Diego Costa starts BRAWL during U20s game as fans ask ‘what did they expect?’

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      DIEGO COSTA might hope he’s ageless but he certainly doesn’t rage less.The controversial former Chelsea striker, 35, sparked a brawl, grabbed an opponent by the NECK and saw red – all in an UNDER-20s match.Diego Costa dashed over to confront a Juventude rivalPlayers crowded in after Gremio veteran Costa reacted aggressivelyBrazilian club Gremio only fielded the ex-Atletico Madrid ace in what should have been a low-key junior match to help him rediscover his “rhythm”.But instead of finding harmonious high notes he found crash, bang, wallop.”What did you expect?” asked one fan upon seeing the astonishing clip of Costa flaring up in retaliation.”What could possibly go wrong?” wondered another, while a third posted: “This guy is nuts but I’m here for it.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLCosta’s career in LaLiga and the Premier League was blighted by bans, bust-ups and bruises.Worst of all, he was suspended for eight games in 2019 after insulting a referee following his sending-off for Atletico against Barcelona.That took him past FORTY matches out banned during his career.Back in 2015 he picked up two three-game suspensions for Chelsea after high-profile dismissals for violent conduct against Liverpool and Arsenal. Most read in FootballCosta got up to chase after the offenderCosta has had previous clashed with refs since returning to GremioCredit: GettyFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSTh ex-Spain star retained his combative spirit since returning to his birth country Brazil with Botafogo in August 2023.But it was still a shock to see his animated exchange for his latest club Gremio in an U-20s fixture against Juventude.XI amazing players worth £78m available for freeCosta took exception to a careless late challenge after he had passed the ball – and raced after the offender.He grabbed the player by the neck and shoved him back as both sides came rushing in.Both players were sent off.One fan wrote: “Bro didn’t last 60 minutes. Proper Chelsea.”Other disapproving verdicts included: “That’s so Costa”… “Never change”… and “He’s a clown”.But many viewers seemed amused and impressed by his continuing hothead attitude.Amongst such opinions were: “Cracking up”… “Absolutely here for it!!”… and Proper centre forward”.Meet North London derby WagsARSENAL travel to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium for the North London derby on Sunday.So with that in mind, SunSport has put together a piece looking at 10 of the players’ partners ahead of the game.One Arsenal man is with a woman who had a romance and daughter with Hollywood star Jude Law.Another Gunners player is married to a competitive twerker who goes by the stage name Redheaded.And one Spurs star convinced his partner to move to England from Los Angeles when they got together – before they went on to have three children.Click here to read the full story. More

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      Jude Bellingham reveals Real boss Carlo Ancelotti’s hilarious X-rated insult after watching his brother Jobe score twice

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      JUDE BELLINGHAM has revealed how Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti got him worried with an X-rated prank about his brother Jobe.The England midfielder told how his mischievous manager trolled him after they watched younger sibling Jobe score twice for Sunderland.Jude Bellingham joked that Carlo Ancelotti had fun at his expensiveCredit: RexJobe Bellingham netted twice, with his brother and Ancelotti observingCredit: RexBellingham Senior, 21, could eventually see his 18-year-old brother follow him into the pantheon of mega-money transfers.Now Jude has explained how that move could have been scarily sooner rather than later!The 36-cap star joined Real from Borussia Dortmund for £115million in June 2023.And he’s disclosed what happened just two months later – when Jobe hit an eye-catching double, via a firm header and a calm slot-home.READ MORE TOP STORIESIt gave the Black Cats a 2-1 Championship comeback win at home to Rotherham.And it left Ancelotti purring mischievously… well enough to fool Bellingham!Jude told his YouTube channel: “I still remember when my brother Jobe scored twice, we were watching the game and Ancelotti said, ‘f***… we brought the wrong one! I’m going to bring him here’.“I said, ‘where are you going to play him?’. Carlo said, in your position!’  Most read in ChampionshipJobe Bellingham was only 17 when he notched a double vs RotherhamCredit: Getty”I was like, ‘f*** that!’ And then finally he gave me a little smirk and my heart just dropped and I thought, ‘okay, fine’. “And then I’m like, no pressure for today!”Jude Bellingham signs shirt for Kim Kardashian’s son SaintSo how DID the elder Bellingham respond?Later the very same day he too struck a couple of goals – as Real bettered Sunderland’s fightback.Los Blancos were 1-0 down at Almeria in LaLiga.Bellingham then fired home from close range and nodded Real in front, before Vinicius Junior clinched a 3-1 victory.Fast forward 13 months, and Sunderland are two points clear in the Championship, while Real are four adrift of Barca in the Spanish top flight.So maybe, come May, Bellingham Junior might get one over on Jude by being the only title winner this season!Bellingham explained how Ancelotti bantered with himCredit: Getty More

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      Forgotten ex-Premier League star joins fourth division BASKETBALL team two years after reaching Champions League semis

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      EX-TOTTENHAM star Etienne Capoue has completed a shock career switch to join a BASKETBALL team.Capoue, 36, played for Villarreal in the Champions League semi-final just two years ago.Etienne Capoue won the Europa League with Villarreal but was released this summerCredit: Getty – PoolBut he is currently starring for fourth tier basketball side CB Jovens L’Eliana, but can’t play in official matchesCredit: instagram @ cbjovenslelianaHowever, the midfielder has now sealed a stunning switch to a fourth-tier basketball team.It comes after Capoue was released by the La Liga club this summer, having made 148 appearances over three-and-a-half years with the Yellow Submarine.Capoue is currently training with CB Jovens L’Eliana, who are based in Valencia.The team shared a photo of Capoue following a friendly match after they won 78-70 over CB Morvedre earlier this week.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLCapoue, capped seven times by the France national team, was all smiles standing in the back row second from left in the team photo.They have less than 2,000 followers on Instagram at the time of writing.Capoue is well-known for his love of basketball and the NBA.The defensive midfielder stands at 6ft 2″, the same as legendary Golden State Warriors shooter Stephen Curry.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHowever, according to Relevo, Capoue does not have a licence, meaning he cannot play in official competitive matches for the team.He has been linked with a return to England in his free agency.Football icons’ strange hobbiesCapoue played 181 games for Watford, whom he joined from Tottenham.He originally joined the North London club as one of the “magnificent seven” signings to replace Real Madrid-bound Gareth Bale.At Villarreal, Capoue also won the Europa League as they beat Manchester United on penalties.Capoue later assisted in their Champions League semi-final clash against Liverpool the following season as they came from 2-0 down in the first leg.But the Reds showed their dominance and ran out 3-2 winners to seal a 5-2 aggregate victory.However, they would lose in the final to Real Madrid.Capoue was one of Tottenham’s ‘magnificent seven’ who arrived to replace Gareth BaleCredit: News Group Newspapers LtdHe made 181 appearances at WatfordCredit: ReutersWho are these famous footballers? More

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      Spanish footie crisis as ‘sexual consent contract’ with ‘accidental rape’ clause exposed after string of controversies

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      SPANISH footballers are said to be using sexual consent contracts after a wave of rape and assault allegations.The consent forms that purportedly include an “accidental rape” clause are now a common occurrence following a string of controversies involving players.The alleged consent form was exposed by the National Centre for Training of Football Coaches of Spain Miguel GalanCredit: TwitterThe Wolves striker was arrested over an alleged sex assaultCredit: EPAConvicted rapist Dani Alves served a few weeks of his four-year sentenceCredit: ReutersRubiales faced backlash for his interaction with Jenni Hermoso last yearCredit: APThe revelation came from the head of the head of National Centre for Training of Football Coaches of Spain Miguel Galan who said a number of players are now using the contract.He shared a photo of the alleged consent form on X and said the four-page letter is circulating among LaLiga players.Galan told a Spanish TV show that the form was passed to him by a foreign football player.The contract, written in English includes several sections including a controversial clause called “accidental rape.”READ MORE ON FOOTBALLIt states that both parties need to identify themselves using their full names and confirm they are both “sexually attracted to each other”.The document adds: “Therefore, the consenter and the proposer put their bodies at the mutual disposal for the aforementioned purpose from the time and date indicated for a period of hours.”Speaking on the Spanish TV show “En boca de todos”, Galan said: “I received this type of contract from a foreign footballer, so I suspect that they are used in other countries, under another law. I think that a contract like this has no place.”He added he is aware that two players in LaLiga and one in the third division are using the forms and said he has questions about other methods of consent such as through a mobile phone.Most read in FootballIt comes days after striker Rafa Mir was arrested over an alleged sex assault.The 27-year-old, currently on loan at LaLiga team Valencia from top-flight rivals Sevilla, was released on bail but will continue to be probed as part of an ongoing criminal investigation.While a few months ago 41-year-old Dani Alves served a few weeks of his four-and-a-half-year sentence for a rape conviction before being released on bail from a prison in March.He was accused of raping a woman in a nightclub in Barcelona on December 30, 2022.And last year Luis Rubiales stepped down from his role as Spanish FA chief following a public backlash to his interaction with player Jenni Hermoso.If convicted of sexual assault and covering up the infamous “Kissgate” scandal he will also pay £85,000 compensation to victim Hermoso. More